Our Charity in Honor of Kate

Our Baby Kate

Katherine Anne was born on June 26, 2006. Shortly after her birth...she was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot with Pulmonary Atresia associated with the 22q chromosomal deletion. Kate was a trooper...endured 4 open heart surgeries, 5 heart catherizations and spent over 150 days in the hospital. On January 15, 2008, her heart gave out and she passed into her Heavenly Father's Arms. During her 568 days here on Earth...she was always smiling. We miss her immensely...but rejoice in her new pain-free Eternal Home.

Kate's Links

Monday, March 24, 2008

Wow...I am so amazed, excited, humbled, thrilled, scared...basically just a bunch of emotions as things are really falling into place in getting Kate's Kart Rolling.

1. A lawyer friend has donated her services, expertise, skill and time in helping us get the 501c3 status set up! As soon as we both get back from spring break...we'll get working on that.

2. Another friend graciously offered her services, expertise, skill and time in setting up a website for us! YEAH...what a great way to get the word out!

3. We've had our first donation of books...we've got about 15 adorable children's books up in Kate's room...awaiting their new owners.

4. Lots of people have stepped up to the plate to volunteer to pass out books and be an active part of this ministry...and I do think it will be an awesome way to "minister" to those hurting and scared in the hospital.

5. Even more people have showed a great interest in supporting this in some way or another!

This is going to be so exciting...I can't believe it is all really falling into place....and how generous everyone is! What an awesome way to honor our little girl! God is so good...and faithful!

Stay tuned...I'll definitely let you know when we are ready for donations...It's exciting stuff...are you ready to get on board?

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I'm so excited for you all too! Kate's Kart is an awesome idea and such a great way to remember your beautiful little girl who touched many people's hearts! You are amazing people and the world is a much better place with you all in it!

Love the new updated look of the blog with the current pics, etc. Just thought you might want to check your title...I know you didn't mean to delete Seth's name :) I also love the idea of Kate's Kart. Just sorry that I don't live closer and could help out more.

Hi Krista,As I read your post today I was getting excited and thinking about what books I would like to send you for Kate's Kart. Then I started getting teary eyed thinking that, although I've never met you and I've never met Kate, she has still touched my life and inspired me to help other children. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

LOVE the updated blog...look how snazzy you're getting!!! I'll start keeping my eyes open for books at a good price! And I can't wait to put a link on our blog...you're going to have SO many books!!!We love you Krista...you're doing such an awesome job!!!Kathy

I'm ready! I'm so excited about this, too! You guys are awesome and everyone who is helping you out is awesome, too. We will definitely put a note on Elijah's blog about this so we can get all kinds of books for Kate's Kart!

Yes, the blog looks great! I will find a fun photo/graphic for you soon to try out.

Oh, Krista, I have been gone and am so excited to hear about 'Kate's Kart'. What a wonderful idea and I'm not surprised that everything is falling into place. With your organizational skills, Kate's smile and God's watchful eye, it's bound to be a success! Please put me on the list for volunteering, donations, etc. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of this wonderful outreach to families!:)Donna D

Hi Krista, It's Gina's sister, Chris.. I have decided to not just be a "lurker" anymore.. I guess I never really knew what to say so I just read your blog without ever saying anything. Until tonight when I saw a poem and thought of precious little Kate. Here is goes:

God saw you getting tired,A cure was not to be.So He put his arms around you,And whispered, "Come with Me."

With tearful eyes we watched you,And saw you fade away.Although we loved you dearlyWe could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating,Your tender hands at rest.God took you home to prove to usHe only takes the best.

Thank you for sharing your blog with so many people. You are a true inspiration to many, including myself. Thank you Krista!

Welcome to our blog...and thanks for sharing in our journey through this amazing ride called life! We are blessed...in many ways by our loving Savior. It is our hope and prayer...that this blog might bring you a little laughter...a little encouragement...a little hope...or a little of whatever you need to help you out today!

Our boys

Seth is our totally amazing 11 year old! He brings us nothing but complete joy. He loves soccer and basketball, school (especially reading and math), playing with friends and collecting any type of sports card. He excels in school in all areas and usually is a great big brother. He is a great kid with a super heart.

Grant is our "on the go" 5 year old! Grant loves to explore...and wants to be outside all the time. If he can't be outside, he loves to play Wii, board games and with his Legos. He wants more than anything to be big like Seth. He can make me laugh on almost a daily basis...and his hugs beat no other.